Is Dehradun more expensive than Islamabad?

Dehradun is 0.8% more expensive than Islamabad overall. Rent is 17.2% lower, groceries 3.4% more expensive, and restaurants 39.6% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Islamabad or Dehradun?

Islamabad has a purchasing power index of 44.3 while Dehradun has 57.6 (NYC = 100). Dehradun offers better purchasing power.

Islamabad vs Dehradun: Dehradun is 0.8% more expensive, rent 17% lower (2026)

Category	🇵🇰 Islamabad	🇮🇳 Dehradun	Difference
Cost of Living	12.3	12.4	+0.8%
Rent	5.8	4.8	-17.2%
Groceries	20.6	21.3	+3.4%
Restaurants	27.0	16.3	-39.6%
Purchasing Power	44.3	57.6	+30.0%

Data from October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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